Post-16 Educational Qualifications
Our Post-16 Educational Qualifications include all of the following:
Level 1 Introduction to Animal Care
Perfect for future animal heroes
Master the fundamentals with our diverse animal family
Learn animal handling, welfare, and husbandry through daily practice
Practical assessments that feel more like adventures
Duration: 1 year, 3-5 days per week of pure potential-building
Level 2 Animal Care
Where expertise meets opportunity
Develop advanced skills that employers are desperate for
Specialise in different species – find your animal calling
Real work experience that leads to real jobs
Direct progression to employment or further education
Certificate of Personal Effectiveness (CoPE)
Skills that transform lives
Communication, teamwork, and problem-solving that actually works
Flexible delivery that adapts to how you learn best
Recognised by employers who know quality when they see it
Employability Qualifications
Your ticket to independence
Interview skills that get you hired
CV writing that makes you shine
Work experience preparation that builds confidence
Transition planning that ensures success
Integrated into every exciting activity
Progress tracking that celebrates every victory
Functional English and Mathematics That Make Sense
Forget boring textbooks – here, maths happens when you're calculating feed rations, and English develops through writing animal care plans. Learning that sticks because it matters.
Individual support that moves at your pace
Essential skills for the future you're building
AQA Unit Award Scheme (UAS)
This fantastic scheme is used alongside our qualifications, so whilst you’re working around the farm or learning new skills, you’ll be able to build up a portfolio of certificates to evidence your skills, knowledge and experience.
Great to see how far you’ve come and boost your motivation
Shows employers your full range of skills
Develop a clear path to achieve your goals
Personal support to ensure success
